Triton Partners has agreed to acquire Flender, a power transmission company, from Carlyle, marking another strategic move in the industrial sector. The deal expands Triton's footprint in mechanical engineering and industrial equipment, following their recent acquisition of SGB-Smit Group. Flender specializes in drive systems and power transmission solutions for heavy industry.

Separately, Peak Rock Capital completed its acquisition of JR Dalziel, a manufacturer and distributor of savory flavors, seasonings, and food industry sundries. Managing directors Alex Dabbous and Michael Graham outlined plans for add-on acquisitions to build scale in the food ingredients market. The company serves food manufacturers across multiple channels.

Private equity firms continue targeting both industrial and food sectors amid stable cash flows and defensive characteristics. Industrial power transmission represents essential infrastructure spending, while food ingredients offer recurring demand patterns. Both acquisitions reflect ongoing consolidation trends in their respective markets.

These deals demonstrate private equity's confidence in specialized manufacturing businesses with strong market positions. The transactions suggest investors view industrial equipment and food ingredients as resilient sectors with growth potential through strategic consolidation.